Town of Bloomington bids, RFPs and contracts
Bloomington, IndianaPop. 46,702 · bloomingtontownship.in.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 30, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 264
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 102
- 79 vendors
- Decision makers
- 34
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264 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Bloomington's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 30: Building stabilization, porch rehabilitation, and kitchen/balcony renovations for Bloomington Cooperative Living.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Veronika Bardonner for black Walnut Tree Removal Contract for $6,563.27 ($6,563.27, Aug 2025) and Repaving Coordination Project for repaving Coordination Project Allocated $300,000 ($300,000, Jul 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Bloomington's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Bloomington buys from, taken from council records. 102 contracts with 79 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Bloomington.
Questions about Town of Bloomington
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Bloomington?
Town of Bloomington currently works with 79 vendors across contract types including Service, Construction, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 34 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Town of Bloomington?
Small purchases under IN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Bloomington include Public Safety Board Reviews Crime, Training, and Infrastructure Projects, Arts Commission Meeting: Finances, Public Art Projects, and 2026 Planning, and Park Commissioners Approve Contracts, Discuss Fees, & Outline Future Plans, suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Town of Bloomington publish RFPs?
Town of Bloomington publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IN's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Bloomington?
At Town of Bloomington, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Central Emergency Dispatch Center / Dispatch, Bloomington Township, Economic & Sustainable Development, Public Works Department — Sanitation Division, and Legal. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 34 decision-makers at Town of Bloomington.
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What does Town of Bloomington spend the most on?
Based on 2,506 tracked contracts, Town of Bloomington spends most on Capital Projects (1,214), Public Works (630), Environmental Services (287), Transportation (207), and Grants (168). Contract types include Service, Construction, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Bloomington's current vendors?
Town of Bloomington currently works with vendors including VERONIKA BARDONNER, REPAVING COORDINATION PROJECT, RETREAT AT SWITCHYARD LP, UNION AT CRESCENT LP, SOUTHERN KNOLL LP, WOOLERY MILL VENTURES LLC, NEW URBAN STATION LLC, and CATALENT INDIANA LLC. These vendors span contract types like Service, Construction, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Bloomington working on?
Based on 25 tracked meetings, Town of Bloomington is actively discussing: Public Safety Board Reviews Crime, Training, and Infrastructure Projects, Arts Commission Meeting: Finances, Public Art Projects, and 2026 Planning, Park Commissioners Approve Contracts, Discuss Fees, & Outline Future Plans, CDBG 2026 Funding Round: Agency Presentations, Budget, and Priorities, and Bloomington Park Commissioners Meeting: Approvals, Budget, & Future Plans. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.